Prompting the Dying (Laqqinu Mawtakum)
What to recite beside one near death
Arabic
لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ
Transliteration
La ilaha illallah.
Meaning
None is worthy of worship but Allah — gently prompted to the dying so their last words carry tawhid.
Reference
Sahih Muslim
When to recite
Beside the dying • Gently, repeatedly
Virtue
Whoever’s last words are La ilaha illallah enters Paradise.
Sources & review
Sahih Muslim
Prophetic dua • Narrated by Abu Said al-Khudri • Grade: Sahih • Learn personal details from a qualified teacher; minor school differences exist.
Educational content — not a fatwa. See methodology and disclaimer.
Reviewed • 2026-01-01Our methodology
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When should I recite Prompting the Dying (Laqqinu Mawtakum)?
Beside the dying. Repeat: Gently, repeatedly.
What is the virtue of Prompting the Dying (Laqqinu Mawtakum)?
Whoever’s last words are La ilaha illallah enters Paradise.
Where is Prompting the Dying (Laqqinu Mawtakum) from?
Source: Sahih Muslim (narrated by Abu Said al-Khudri). Grade: Sahih. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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